Why DDR5 RAM is so expensive now?

DDR5 Memory is pricey due to the surging demand from AI server farms and data centers, which has caused a global memory shortage. This has led memory manufacturers to prioritize more profitable server-grade memory like HBM (high-Bandwidth Memory) over consumer-grade DDR5, drastically reducing supply for consumers while simultaneously causing the prices for both DDR5 and DDR4 to increase.

Will this memory kit automatically run at its maximum speed?

No, this memory kit will boot at the SPD speed by default. To achieve its rated maximum speed, the XMP profile must be enabled in the BIOS.

What kind of processor is recommended for using this memory kit?

The recommended processors for using this memory kit are the 13th/14th Gen Intel Core Desktop Processors.

Does this memory kit support customizable RGB lighting?

Yes, this memory kit supports customizable RGB lighting.

Can I mix this memory kit with other brands or types?

Mixing memory kits will result in stability issues or system failure.

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G.SKILL Ripjaws M5 RGB Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop Memory

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Capacity: 64GB (2 x 32GB)

32GB (2 x 16GB)
48GB (2 x 24GB)
64GB (2 x 32GB)
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Speed: DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000)

DDR5 6400 (PC5 51200)
DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000)
DDR5 5600 (PC5 44800)
DDR5 5200 (PC5 41600)

CAS Latency|Color: CL30|Black

CL30|Black
CL30|White
CL32|Black
CL32|White
CL36|Black
CL36|White
CL40|Black
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DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000)
Timing 30-40-40-96
CAS Latency CL30
Voltage 1.40V

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G.SKILL Ripjaws M5 RGB Series Desktop Memory

Ripjaws M5 RGB is a performance DDR5 DRAM memory series designed for PC enthusiasts and gamers. Featuring matte black or matte white aluminum heatspreaders and customizable RGB lighting, the Ripjaws M5 RGB is the ideal memory kit for a wide variety of PC builds and themes.

High-Speed DDR5 Memory Performance

Experience DDR5 in Style

Built upon decades of experience in developing stylish and high-performance memory, the Ripjaws M5 RGB series DDR5 DRAM memory is crafted with hand-screened ICs, comes with aluminum heatspreaders in matte black or matte white, and supports customizable RGB lighting.

Engineered for Exceptional Quality

Each and every Ripjaws S5 memory kit is tested under G.SKILL's rigorous validation process to ensure outstanding quality.

Sync Up with System Lighting

Want to sync up your system lighting? You can use Asus Aura, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, MSI Mystic Light, or ASRock Polychrome Sync software to personalize the colors and effects of your Trident M5 RGB memory and compatible motherboards!

XMP 3.0 Support

Just set and go. Programmed with the latest Intel XMP profiles, the only thing between you and overclocked performance is a simple BIOS setting.*

* Enable the XMP profile in the BIOS to reach up to the rated overclock speed of this memory kit. Maximum memory speed and system stability depends on the capability of the motherboard & CPU. The memory kit will boot at the SPD speed when BIOS settings are at default.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

All G.SKILL memory products come with a limited lifetime warranty and the G.SKILL technical team is always ready to provide consumers with complete technical support via online forum, telephone, and email.

Model
Brand	G.SKILL
Series	Ripjaws M5 RGB Series
Part Number	F5-6000J3040G32GX2-RM5RK

Details
Capacity	64GB (2 x 32GB)
Type	288-Pin PC RAM
Speed	DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000)
CAS Latency	CL30
Timing	30-40-40-96
Voltage	1.40V
ECC	No
Multi-channel Kit	Dual Channel Kit
BIOS/Performance Profile	Intel XMP 3.0
Color	Black
Heat Spreader	Yes
Features	Ripjaws M5 RGB series memory kits are overclock performance DDR5 memory kits, featuring customizable RGB lighting support and Intel XMP 3.0 memory overclock profile, designed for gamers and enthusiasts. • Overclock performance DDR5 memory designed for gaming and PC enthusiasts • Customizable RGB lighting support • Intel XMP 3.0 Support Do not mix memory kits. Memory kits are sold in matched kits that are designed to run together as a set. Mixing memory kits will result in stability issues or system failure. Memory kits will boot at the SPD speed at default BIOS settings with compatible hardware. For memory kits with XMP, enable XMP profile in BIOS to reach the rated potential XMP overclock speed of the memory kit, subject to the use of compatible hardware. Reaching the rated XMP overclock speed and system stability will depend on the compatibility and capability of the motherboard and CPU used. Usage in any manner inconsistent with manufacturer specifications, warnings, designs, or recommendations will result lower speeds, system instability, or damage to the system or its components.
Recommend Use	Intel 700 Series Chipset 13th/14th Gen Intel Core Desktop Processors
LED Color	RGB

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First Listed on Newegg	May 24, 2024

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The G.SKILL Ripjaws M5 RGB is a 64GB (2 x 32GB) DDR5-6000 desktop memory kit with CL30 timing and Intel XMP 3.0, suited to gamers and PC enthusiasts seeking high-speed memory with customizable RGB lighting. Rated speed depends on compatible hardware and enabling XMP in BIOS.

Recommended For

Intel DDR5 desktop gamers who keep games, voice chat, browsers, and other apps open and want a 64GB matched kit with an XMP profile for its rated speed.
Desktop creators and technical users handling large editing projects, simulations, or other memory-heavy work who want 64GB across two modules; confirm the motherboard and CPU can run the rated XMP speed.
Builders of black-themed desktop PCs who want customizable RGB memory lighting and a two-module kit, with lighting control through supported motherboard software.
PC enthusiasts who are comfortable enabling XMP in BIOS and checking memory compatibility to pursue the kit’s rated DDR5-6000 speed.

Real-World Use Scenarios

When editing 4K video, the editor can keep a larger project and more of its working data in memory; 64GB provides headroom beyond Adobe’s 32GB-or-more recommendation for 4K workflows, though performance also depends on the CPU, GPU, and storage.
When gaming while running a livestream, voice chat, a browser, and other background apps, 64GB gives those tasks more room to share memory; the extra capacity is mainly useful for multitasking, not a guaranteed increase in game frame rates.
For a development or analysis workstation running virtual machines alongside everyday applications, the 64GB capacity allows more memory to be assigned to those workloads before the system has to rely as heavily on disk-based paging.
When switching between demanding creative applications—such as video editing, 3D work, and many open browser tabs—the larger capacity can reduce the need to close one task to make room for another, especially when those workloads approach the limits of a smaller memory setup.

Spec Summary

Attribute	Value
Best For	Desktop gaming and enthusiast builds, especially systems using a compatible Intel 700-series chipset with a 13th- or 14th-generation Intel Core processor
Capacity And Channel Configuration	64GB matched dual-channel kit with 2 × 32GB modules
Memory Speed And Timing	DDR5-6000 (6000 MT/s; PC5-48000), CL30, 30-40-40-96 timing, 1.40V
Form Factor And Compatibility	288-pin DIMM desktop memory
Performance Profile And Error Correction	Intel XMP 3.0 support; non-ECC
Appearance And Cooling	Black modules with RGB lighting and heat spreaders
Model Identifiers	G.SKILL Ripjaws M5 RGB Series; part number F5-6000J3040G32GX2-RM5RK

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